Submission + - Kawasaki unveils horse-like rideable robotic concept 4
backslashdot writes: Unveiled by Kawasaki Heavy Industries at the Osaka Kansai Expo in April 2025, it combines the company’s expertise in motorcycle engineering with advanced robotics. The Kawasaki Corleo is a futuristic, hydrogen-powered, four-legged robotic vehicle designed for off-road personal mobility. Unlike traditional wheeled vehicles, the Corleo moves using four independently articulated legs, each equipped with rubber hooves for enhanced grip on diverse terrains like grass, gravel, rocks, and mountains.
Riders control the Corleo through natural body movements—shifting their weight on adjustable footrests (similar to stirrups) and using a handlebar system that detects their center of gravity, mimicking the feel of riding a horse. A 150cc hydrogen engine powers electric motors in each leg, making it a clean-energy vehicle that produces water as a byproduct. It features an onboard display showing navigation, hydrogen levels, and posture feedback, and at night, it can project guiding markers onto the terrain. The rear legs swing independently from the front to absorb shocks and maintain rider stability on uneven ground or steep inclines.
Riders control the Corleo through natural body movements—shifting their weight on adjustable footrests (similar to stirrups) and using a handlebar system that detects their center of gravity, mimicking the feel of riding a horse. A 150cc hydrogen engine powers electric motors in each leg, making it a clean-energy vehicle that produces water as a byproduct. It features an onboard display showing navigation, hydrogen levels, and posture feedback, and at night, it can project guiding markers onto the terrain. The rear legs swing independently from the front to absorb shocks and maintain rider stability on uneven ground or steep inclines.
